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Exam: IELTS

willingness

IPA: /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

KK: /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being ready or eager to do something.

Example: Her willingness to help others makes her a great friend.

willpower

IPA: /ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/

KK: /ˈwɪlˌpaʊər/

noun

Definition: The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve something you want, especially when it is difficult.

Example: She showed great willpower by sticking to her diet even during the holidays.

win

IPA: /wɪn/

KK: /wɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To achieve success or victory in a competition or effort.

Example: After months of training, she finally won the race.

noun

Definition: A success or achievement in a competition or contest, often resulting in a prize or recognition.

Example: Her win in the marathon was celebrated by the entire community.

transitive verb

Definition: To achieve something through effort, such as victory in a competition or gaining someone's affection.

Example: She worked hard to win the championship this year.

wince

IPA: /wɪns/

KK: /wɪns/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a sudden movement or expression of pain or discomfort, often in response to something unpleasant.

Example: She winced when she saw the needle coming towards her arm.

noun

Definition: A quick movement of the body, often in response to pain or surprise.

Example: She felt a wince when the doctor gave her the injection.

wincing

IPA: /ˈwɪn.sɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɪnsɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Reacting with a small, involuntary movement or facial expression due to pain or discomfort.

Example: She was wincing in pain after bumping her elbow against the table.

verb

Definition: To make a sudden movement or expression of pain or discomfort, often in response to something unpleasant.

Example: She was wincing at the sound of the loud crash.

windfall

IPA: /ˈwɪndfɔːl/

KK: /ˈwɪndfɔl/

noun

Definition: A sudden and unexpected gain or advantage, often in the form of money or good fortune.

Example: Winning the lottery was a huge windfall for her family.

windowing

IPA: /ˈwɪn.doʊ.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɪndoʊɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The method of using multiple separate areas on a screen to display different information or applications at the same time.

Example: The software supports windowing, allowing users to work with several documents side by side.

windy

IPA: /ˈwɪndi/

KK: /ˈwɪndi/

adjective

Definition: Having a lot of wind or being exposed to strong winds.

Example: It was a windy day, perfect for flying kites.

wine

IPA: /waɪn/

KK: /waɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To consume a beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits.

Example: They decided to wine at the new restaurant downtown.

noun

Definition: A drink made from the fermented juice of grapes or other fruits, often containing alcohol.

Example: They enjoyed a glass of red wine with their dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or serve wine to someone.

Example: They decided to wine their guests during the dinner party.

winemaker

IPA: /ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that produces wine.

Example: The winemaker carefully selected the grapes for the new vintage.

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